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Written Answers — Department of Health: Tobacco Control Measures (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Currently I have no plans to encourage the commission of a report to ascertain the likelihood that packs of more than 20 cigarettes lead to increased consumption in Irish smokers. My Department continuously monitors the emerging evidence on all aspects of tobacco use. 

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Tests (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Testing and contact has been a key component of the Government’s response to the pandemic. Under the guidance of the National Public Health Emergency Team, the HSE has developed a comprehensive and reliable testing and tracing system. From January 3rd, following advice from the Chief Medical Officer, those aged between 4 and 39 who have symptoms of COVID-19 have been advised to...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Vaccination Programme (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The EU Digital COVID Certificate Regulation creates a framework for the issuing, authentication, and validity of certificates. The scope and parameters for issuing the certificates is laid out in Regulation (EU) 2021/953. The immunisation programme in Ireland is based on the advice of the National Immunisation Advisory Committee (NIAC). The NIAC makes recommendations on vaccination policy...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Functions (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Under the Public Service Management Act, the Secretary General of the Department of Health has the authority, responsibility and accountability for a range of functions, including the assignment of staff within an appropriate structure to facilitate an effective response to matters that pertain to the Department, while ensuring cost effective public services. A new Statement of...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. Section 6 of the HSE Governance Act 2013 bars the Minister for Health from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual. In relation to...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Admissions (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Assisted Human Reproduction (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As the Deputy will be aware, a commitment to “introduce a publicly funded model of care for fertility treatment” is included in the Programme for Government. The model of care for infertility was developed by my officials in conjunction with the HSE’s National Women & Infants Health Programme in order to ensure that infertility issues are addressed through the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Service Executive (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As the Health Service Executive is responsible for the management of the public healthcare property estate, I have asked the HSE to respond directly to you in relation to this matter.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Vaccination Programme (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Universal and equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines is a priority for Ireland and the EU. Ireland has committed to the donation of up to five million COVID-19 vaccine doses through the COVAX vaccine initiative and bilateral arrangements with recipient countries. To date, arrangements are in place for the donation of 2.9 million doses including mRNA vaccines that our surplus to requirements in...

Written Answers — Department of Health: State Claims Agency (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 855 to 857, inclusive, together. The State Claims Agency (SCA) has a statutory remit to manage personal injury claims on behalf of Delegated State Authorities including the Health Service Executive. The information requested by the Deputy is not readily available. However, I have asked the State Claims Agency to provide this, and I understand that it will be...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The Long Term Illness (LTI) scheme was established under Section 59(3) of the Health Act 1970 (as amended). Regulations were made in 1971, 1973 and 1975, prescribing 16 illnesses covered by the scheme. These are: acute leukaemia; mental handicap; cerebral palsy; mental illness (in a person under 16); cystic fibrosis; multiple sclerosis; diabetes insipidus; muscular dystrophies; diabetes...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 provides for the protection of the public by promoting high standards of professional conduct and professional education, training and competence through the statutory registration of health and social care professions designated under the Act. Regulations to designate counsellors and psychotherapists under the Health and Social Care...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Qualifications Recognition (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 provides for the protection of the public by promoting high standards of professional conduct and professional education, training and competence through statutory registration of health and social care professions designated under the Act. The professions of counsellor and psychotherapist were designated for regulation by the Minister under...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The State-provided My Options information service is the first port of call for someone with an unplanned pregnancy seeking information and support. Professional counsellors can provide information on all options, including continued pregnancy supports and abortion services. The HSE recommends that people should only visit a HSE-funded unplanned pregnancy counselling agency. A list of...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (15 Feb 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Firstly I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all healthcare workers for their efforts during this most challenging period. In recognition of the efforts of the general public, volunteers and all workers during the COVID-19 pandemic and in remembrance of people who lost their lives due to the COVID-19 pandemic, on Wednesday 19 January, the Government announced a once-off public...